Join us on a journey through Sussex. Discover a landscape that epitomises rural England, With two thirds designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty you are assured of breathtaking vistas wherever you turn. Just an hour from London, this undiscovered corner of Southern England is home to medieval villages bursting with antiques, arts and crafts, whilst the towns play host to regular farmers markets with local produce to tempt the senses.

Immerse yourself in the landscape by enjoying a past-time such as walking, cycling, horse-riding, fishing, golf or for the more adventurous why not try sailing, rock-climbing, mountain biking, or swimming with the Brighton Swimfit Group.

Some of England's finest writers have found inspiration from living here, Rudyard Kipling, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the Bloomsbury set and A.A.Milne all made Sussex their home. The area is also host to a wealth of events from village fetes to Medieval Festivals, whilst near by you will find the internationally renowned Glyndebourne Opera Festival.

Medieval Festival at Herstmonceux Castle

Britain's largest three day celebration of the Middle Ages is held annually over the August Bank Holiday Weekend since 1992. Use the ample Free Parking or Shuttle Bus from Polegate Rail Station.

See it once - remember it for ever! In this magical setting history will come to life. Over 1000 knights, bowmen and men-at-arms will lay siege to the castle in England's largest medieval battle with full cannon support. More ...